Course description
The "Lock It, Tag It and Live: Low and High Voltage Electrical Worker" course is a critical training program aimed at enhancing workplace safety by equipping electrical employees with the knowledge and skills required for effective lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures. This one-day program is designed to qualify and certify participants in the safety protocols necessary during the repair and maintenance of low and high voltage electrical equipment. Through comprehensive instruction in proper LOTO procedures, participants will learn to safeguard themselves and their colleagues against potential hazards associated with electrical work.
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Who should attend?
Who Should Attend:
- Electrical Engineers and Technicians
- Maintenance Personnel working with electrical systems
- Safety Officers and Supervisors overseeing electrical work
- Any professional involved in the maintenance, repair, or operation of electrical equipment
Enrollment Information:
This course is essential for anyone involved in electrical maintenance and repair, offering crucial skills to prevent accidents and ensure compliance with safety standards. By completing this program, participants will significantly enhance their safety practices and contribute to creating a safer workplace environment.
Training content
Course Highlights:
- Comprehensive Understanding of LOTO Programs: Introduction to the need for lockout/tagout programs, understanding the nature and extent of potential energy hazards, and the critical role of LOTO in preventing workplace accidents.
- Energy Forms and Sources: Identification of various forms of energy, including electrical (low and high voltage), hydraulic, pneumatic, kinetic, potential, and thermal, with specific LOTO requirements for each.
- Regulations and Standards: Overview of provincial and federal regulations, CSA Z460, and NFPA 70E standards, providing a regulatory framework for LOTO practices.
- Company Standard and Procedures: Examination of company-specific LOTO policies, procedures, protective materials, hardware, and comparison with other standards.
- Practical Application and Demonstration: Participants will engage in practical projects and scenarios to apply what they've learned, demonstrating proper LOTO procedures for various types of energy sources and equipment.
Practical Projects:
Through a series of scenario-based projects, participants will gain hands-on experience with LOTO procedures, including preparation for shutdown, machine or equipment shutdown and isolation, application and removal of LOTO devices, verification of isolation, and safely releasing equipment from LOTO.
Certification / Credits
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- Understand the critical importance of lockout/tagout programs in ensuring electrical work safety.
- Recognize different forms of energy and implement specific LOTO procedures for each.
- Navigate and apply relevant provincial, federal, and industry-specific regulations and standards.
- Effectively follow and implement their company's LOTO policies and procedures.
- Demonstrate proficiency in applying LOTO devices, verifying energy isolation, and safely restoring energy to equipment.
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Canada Training Group
Canada Training Group stands as a premier provider of industrial electrical safety and technical training. With over 40 years of expertise, we specialize in delivering comprehensive, results-oriented training programs designed to enhance safety, productivity, and efficiency across various industries. Our...